Schattenkind

A television documentary portrait of Albert Uderzo, the illustrator and co-creator of Asterix, exploring his life, career and creative work, as well as the origins and enduring success of the beloved comic series.

A documentary about Roland Emmerich, the most commercially successful German director in Hollywood, released on the occasion of his 70th birthday. It offers rare insights into his professional career and private life, covering his rise as a blockbuster filmmaker, his personal relationships, family background, and life in the US and Europe. The film also looks back at his early work, including his 1984 directorial debut The Noah’s Ark Principle, and reflects on themes such as dreams, identity, politics, and the rules of the film industry.